2000 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2012 Cadillac SRX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 4,819 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac SRX (308 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2000 GMC Yukon. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 320 kg more than 2012 Cadillac SRX.
Because 2000 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Cadillac SRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac SRX. (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Yukon | 2012 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | GMC | Cadillac |
| Model | Yukon | SRX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4819 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 308 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2807 mm |
